Level Crossing Upgrade Rutherford Rd

  • Project typeLevel crossing upgrade

Level Crossing Upgrade Works to Improve Safety Near Molong

Residents are advised that upgrades to the level crossings at Rutherford Road and Yuranigh Road near Molong are now underway, with works scheduled to continue through to February 2027. The project will upgrade the crossings from passive crossings with signs and road markings to active crossings with boom gates and flashing lights, improving safety for motorists and rail services.

What's happening?

✅ Stage 1 (October - December 2026)

  • Excavation works and rail reconditioning.
  • Works commenced on 12 October and will continue until 18 December 2026.
  • Standard work hours are 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with some weekend work required.
  • A continuous 24-hour shift is planned at the Rutherford Road crossing from 24 to 27 October. 

✅ Stage 2 (January - February 2027)

  • Installation and commissioning of flashing lights and boom gates.
  • Associated road works will also be completed during this stage.

Traffic impacts

Motorists should be aware that Rutherford Road will be closed for part of the works, with detours and traffic control in place. Increased construction vehicle movements and machinery can be expected in the area during construction. Please follow the directions of traffic controllers and allow additional travel time where required.

 

The upgrades are jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments through the Regional Level Crossing Upgrade Fund and the NSW Level Crossing Improvement Program, which are delivering safety improvements at high-priority regional level crossings across the state.

For project updates or enquiries, residents can contact UGL Regional Linx on 1300 661 390 or email enquiry@uglregionallinx.com.au.

 

 

Location

Rutherford Road, Amaroo, Molong 2866  View Map

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